Cyber Security and DevOps Specialist
Listed on 2026-02-16
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, IT Support
Overview
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Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3
Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
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Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Cyber Security and Dev Ops Specialist
Job Code: 32581
Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee works 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours - with every other Friday off)
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance
About L3
Harris Technologies:
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Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3
Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
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Harris is seeking a highly skilled and experienced and security-conscious IT System Administrator to join our team in Salt Lake City
, UT. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Linux and Windows environments, with an emphasis on adhering to the Risk Management Framework (
RMF
). This role requires an active Secret Clearance
, and involves maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of classified information systems.
- Prepare for and participate in government security assessments and audits
. - Configure various operating systems such as Windows
, Linux
, and UNIX to meet 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM, DAAG, JSIG, NIST standards, CCRI requirements. - Install
, configure
, secure
, and maintain Dev Ops engineering tools in coordination with engineering team leads. - Develop documentation for authorization for new and existing systems in accordance with NISPOM, JSIG, NIST, and RMF.
- Utilize/maintain multiple security databases and sites including SIMS and eMASS.
- Conduct vulnerability and compliance assessments against systems and networks to determine risk posture.
- Review electronic and manual audit logs and investigate anomalies or security incidents
. - Assist in security investigations and incident response
. - Develop information security training materials and processes and train users on security concepts, policies and procedures.
- Remain informed of evolving security requirements
. - Coordinate with the ISSM and FSO on system security compliance
. - A current and active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance post-hire is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
- Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
- In lieu of a degree
, minimum of 8 years of related experience. - Active Secret clearance is required
.
- 8570/8140 IAM Level1 or higher compliant certification (
Security+). - Experience with RMF and security compliance
. - Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and hardware platforms.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Experience with virtualization and containerization (VMware, Docker, Podman).
- Strong understanding of network infrastructure and protocols.
- Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Dev Ops applications (Git, Jenkins, Bit Bucket, Confluence).
- Familiarity with RMF and its application in securing IT systems.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Experience with RMF in roles such as ISSM or ISSO.
- Experience with tools such as ACAS (Nessus), STIGViewer, SCAP, and Splunk.
- Experience as a Linux System Administrator.
- Experience with NISPOM, DAAG, JSIG, ICD.
- Certifications such as Network+, CCNA, CISSP, RHCSA.
- 6 years of direct and relevant experience in Information Security and Cyber Intelligence in a DoD environment.
Interested candidates must submit a resume that includes a detailed work history and demonstrates the qualifications listed. The hiring process will include a review of your resume, an interview process, and a requirement to obtain or verify your Secret clearance.
Equal OpportunityL3
Harris is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse thoughts are welcomed, and innovative ideas are encouraged. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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